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===Fee=== | ===Fee=== | ||
It costs $50 to apply for a dispute resolution hearing unless you are claiming an amount over $5,000 in which case it is $100. You can pay in cash, certified cheque or money order made out to: Minister of Finance. If you win your case, the dispute resolution officer can order the landlord to pay you back the fee if you request it on your application. | It costs $50 to apply for a dispute resolution hearing unless you are claiming an amount over $5,000, in which case it is $100. You can pay in cash, certified cheque or money order made out to: Minister of Finance. If you win your case, the dispute resolution officer can order the landlord to pay you back the fee if you request it on your application. | ||
If you have a low income, you can ask for a fee waiver so you | If you have a low income, you can ask for a fee waiver so you don't have to pay. You need to fill out a form called [http://www.rto.gov.bc.ca/documents/RTB-17.pdf Application to Waive Filing Fee]. Bring proof of your income, and be ready to give information about your income and expenses. | ||
===Applying online=== | ===Applying online=== | ||